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Background Information
Encyclopedia of Education
Ref LB 15 .E47 2003
This eight volume encyclopedia provides a comprehensive overview of topics in education. It is an excellent starting point for almost any educational research project.
Encyclopedia of American Education
Ref LB 17 .U54 2001
A three volume encyclopedia about the history and practice of education in the United States.
World Education Encyclopedia
Ref LB15 .W87 2002
A three volume encyclopedia covering educational systems worldwide; arranged by country.
Education and Sociology: an Encyclopedia
Ref LC 189.95 .E38 2002
A good starting point for topics relating to social conditions and education. It includes topics such as at-risk students, gender inequality, homelessness, racism, and even teacher burnout.


 
Education Statistics



 
Articles
Education Abstracts / Full Text
ERIC
CQ Researcher



 
Selected Education Videos
The Battle Over School Choice
Media Video: LB 1027.9 .F76 2000
Examines the impact of the politics of school choice on the United States.


 
Web Resources
Advanced Google Search
United States Department of Education The homepage of the U.S. Department of Education, with links to many of its departments.
No Child Left Behind The Department of Education's site with information on the Bush administration's NCLB program.



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